CLIENT SERVICES OFFICER (CSO)
NAAJA currently has a vacancy for a Client Services Officer within the Criminal Section of our Darwin Office. CSOs play a vital role in ensuring that NAAJA provides a culturally appropriate legal service. CSOs act as the initial contact between clients and the service and provide essential paralegal and logistical support as part of our legal teams.
The position requires a motivated person who has an understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and excellent cross-cultural communication skills. They will be well-organised and enjoy working in a busy team. An understanding of the criminal legal system is an advantage, but training will be provided for the successful applicant.
Regular travel to remote communities by light aircraft and/or road will be required and will include overnight stays.
It is essential that applicants have a demonstrated empathy and sensitivity to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, history and culture.
A competitive salary package is offered, with fringe benefits and annual airfare allowance. Interested parties are invited to obtain an information package by clicking on the links below.
To be considered for the position applications must include:
• Cover Letter;
• Current CV;
• Statement Addressing Selection Criteria.
Applications are to be emailed to Glenn Miller at glenn.miller@naaja.org.au and be forwarded by commencement of business Monday 24th November 2014.
NAAJA
GPO Box 1064
DARWIN NT 0801
(08) 8982 5100
www.naaja.org.au
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply.
Basic Employment Conditions Criminal CSO Dwn Nov14
Duty Statement Darwin CSO (incl Selection Criteria)